Description
A hearty and flavorful Ground Turkey Chili made with lean protein, fresh vegetables, and a vibrant blend of spices. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for cozy dinners, meal prep, or casual gatherings, featuring wholesome natural ingredients and a perfectly balanced warmth.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Vegetables
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 bell peppers, chopped
Tomato and Beans
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste (natural)
- 1 (15 oz) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
Liquids and Seasonings
- 1 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tsp chili powder (natural)
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Natural gelling agent (optional, to thicken chili)
Instructions
- Sauté the aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, cooking until softened and fragrant, about 3 to 5 minutes, to build the flavorful base for your chili.
- Brown the ground turkey: Add ground turkey to the pot, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook until no longer pink and lightly browned to develop savory depth.
- Incorporate the vegetables and spices: Stir in chopped bell peppers, followed by chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well, allowing the spices to toast for 1 to 2 minutes to release their aromas.
- Add liquids and simmer: Pour in vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, tomato paste (natural), vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, and apple cider vinegar. Stir thoroughly, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the beans and finish: Add kidney beans and cook another 10 minutes to warm through. If chili is too thin, sprinkle natural gelling agent sparingly, stirring well to thicken. Adjust seasoning as needed. Serve warm.
Notes
- Brown the meat well to enhance flavor through caramelization.
- Use fresh spices for maximum brightness and flavor.
- Do not skip apple cider vinegar; it brightens and balances flavors.
- Simmer gently to let flavors harmonize and sauce thicken naturally.
- Use natural gelling agent sparingly to customize chili thickness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: ground turkey chili, lean protein chili, healthy chili recipe, easy chili, weeknight meal, gluten free chili
